Title: The Thistles Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119009485&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Thistles Cottage with free parking, near Lake Windermere ## Photo gallery for The Thistles ![Exterior - The Thistles (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119010000/119009500/119009485/168e5848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Thistles (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119010000/119009500/119009485/6dc41d31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cookware/dishes/utensils - The Thistles (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119010000/119009500/119009485/df86aa40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Thistles (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119010000/119009500/119009485/e8302f8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - The Thistles (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119010000/119009500/119009485/a154023d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Thistles provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Thistles Cottage with free parking, near Lake Windermere This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. All accommodations are individually decorated and offer free WiFi and showers. Other amenities that guests will find include kitchens and 2 bathrooms. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. This accommodation has kitchens with kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![House | 1 bedroom, Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117980000/117971300/117971232/b07249fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Room Rawsons in Levens Kendal - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Windermere, The Thistles is next to a golf course. Orrest Head and Windermere Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Raw War Paintball and Go Ape Grizedale are also worth visiting. [Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere.dx5478) [View more Cottages in Windermere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Cottages.d5478-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.36678%2C-2.91323&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SQpSWhoUW1iQXdS5SmZHtabe8II=) 105 Craig Walk, Windermere, England, LA23 2JS ### What's nearby - ![World of Beatrix Potter showing bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087973/94e2d954-d771-492d-9fff-522e835f58d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) World of Beatrix Potter 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Old Laundry Theatre 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Bowness Pier 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Windermere Station 7 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) 109 min drive ### Restaurants - Lake View Garden 9 min walk - The Westmorland Inn 3 min walk - Bowness Tap Rooms 7 min walk - The Village Inn Bar & Grill 8 min walk - Costa Coffee 7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Thistles pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Thistles? ### What time is check-in at The Thistles? ### What time is check-out at The Thistles? ### Where is The Thistles located? ## Have a question? 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